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Machine Head Perform Pantera's 'F—ing Hostile' in Memory of Dimebag Darrell

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 18:54:18 +0000

It's been eight years since the tragic onstage murder of Pantera / Damageplan guitar legend 'Dimebag' Darrell Abbott, but the utter outpouring of love, respect and the desire to memorialize the man has not diminished one iota. Among those who honored Dimebag's legacy this year are Robb Flynn and the rest of Machine Head.

Dimebag Darrell Memorialized Onstage by Hellyeah, Lamb of God, In Flames + Sylosis

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 15:20:42 +0000

This past Saturday, Dec. 8, marked the eight-year anniversary of Pantera / Damageplan guitarist 'Dimebag' Darrell Abbott's tragic death. In his memory, Dimebag's brother, Hellyeah / Pantera drummer Vinnie Paul, took a moment onstage in Kansas City, Mo., to memorialize the fallen guitar legend as he brought tour mates Lamb of God, In Flames and Sylosis onstage for a round of Black Tooth Grin shots.

Slayer's Kerry King + Anthrax's Scott Ian Share Dimebag Darrell Memories

Jeff Giles — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 21:15:45 +0000

Get Slayer's Kerry King and Anthrax's Scott Ian in front of a camera together, and all you have to do is get out of the way while two hard rock legends talk -- which is exactly what the producers at Fuse.tv did recently when King and Ian arrived in the studio to discuss their recent Metal Masters 4 concert.

Vinnie Paul Discusses Randy Blythe Situation – Exclusive Video Interview

Chuck Armstrong — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 17:57:26 +0000

In an exclusive interview with Loudwire, Hellyeah drummer Vinnie Paul talked about the legal situation Lamb of God frontman Randy Blythe is currently in overseas in the Czech Republic. The legendary Pantera stickman knows all-too-well the dangers of fans jumping on-stage at live shows. Nearly eight years ago, his brother Dimebag Darrell was tragically shot and killed right in front of him during a Damageplan set in Columbus, Ohio.

Dimebag – Stage Name Origins

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 06 Jun 2012 16:17:14 +0000

Do we really have to explain this one? The legendary Pantera guitarist “Dimebag” Darrell Abbott first adopted the name of “Diamond” Darrell Abbott during the early stages of the band. However, as Pantera began to emerge into a more aggressive realm of groove metal with 1990′s ‘Cowboys From Hell’ and the 1992 album ‘Vulgar Display [...]

Pantera 'Vulgar Display of Power' Deluxe CD + Dean 'Dimebonics' Guitar Giveaway

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 15 May 2012 15:16:40 +0000

If you just fainted at the sight of this insanely awesome Dimebag Darrell 'Dimebonics' guitar, compose yourself and get ready to pass out once again -- because we at Loudwire, along with our brother site Ultimate Classic Rock, are giving away one of these beauties to a lucky reader.

Vinnie Paul: If a Pantera Reunion Happened, Zakk Wylde Would Fill Dimebag's Spot

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 14:18:43 +0000

Hellyeah / ex-Pantera drummer Vinnie Paul recently spoke about a hypothetical Pantera reunion during an interview with radio station 97.1 The Eagle Rocks. During the discussion, Paul revealed that if a Pantera reunion were to happen, his first and only choice to fill in for his late brother "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott would be Black Label Society shredder Zakk Wylde.

Ride for Dime Motorcycle Run to Benefit Kids Charity of Tampa Bay

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 21:57:47 +0000

The Ride for Dime Motorcycle Run set for March 31 will not only honor the late, great Dimebag Darrell Abbott of Pantera fame. It will benefit Kids Charity of Tampa Bay, a nonprofit that serves abused, abandoned and neglected kids in the Tampa Bay area. The Ride for Dime events take place nationally and benefit local children's charities and this marks the inaugural Ride for Dime in Florida. The rides make sure that Dime's memory lives on and also help those in need.

All-Star Lineup Rocks 2011 Dimebash

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 18:12:32 +0000

DimeBash went off without a hitch last night (Dec. 14) at the Key Club in West Hollywood, Calif. Presented by 'That Metal Show' hosts Eddie Trunk, Jim Florentine and Don Jamieson, the event boasted some of metal's most legendary musicians paying tribute to the late Pantera / Damageplan guitarist "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott.

System of a Down, Alice in Chains, Slipknot, Anthrax Members + More to Rock DimeBash

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 23:04:50 +0000

The lineup for the second annual DimeBash has been announced. The show is a tribute to the late, great guitarist Dimebag Darrell Abbott, who tragically was gunned down seven years ago today, Dec. 8, in Ohio while doing what he loved most: playing guitar. He was performing with his post-Pantera band Damageplan when a disturbed fan opened fire at close range and shot him.

Rob Halford: 'I Cried My Eyes Out' When I Learned of Dimebag's Death

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 19:10:04 +0000

As the accomplishments of Pantera/Damageplan guitarist "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott have continued to live triumphantly through this seventh anniversary of his passing, metal's biggest names have come out to show their respect and admiration for Dimebag. Judas Priest frontman Rob Halford recently spoke with Revolver about his friendship with the legendary guitarist.

Zakk Wylde Remembers Dimebag Darrell

Mary Ouellette — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 15:14:08 +0000

Today (Dec. 8 ) marks seven years since the tragic death of Dimebag Darrell and three other victims at a Damageplan show in Columbus, Ohio. Guitarist Zakk Wylde recently talked to Revolver about what Dimebag meant to the metal community as well as the legacy he leaves behind.

Second Annual 'DimeBash' Tribute to Dimebag Darrell Set for December 14

jon Wiederhorn — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 19:02:05 +0000

Icons of the metal community will gather at the Key Club in West Hollywood, Calif., on Dec. 14 for the second annual DimeBash. The event will honor the late Pantera guitar hero Dimebag Darrell. Dimebag was tragically shot and killed Dec. 8, 2004, while his band Damageplan was playing a show at a club in [...]

Phil Anselmo Says He Could Have Been Killed Instead of Dimebag

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 15:19:46 +0000

In a lengthy interview with High Times, the always candid Phil Anselmo made some huge (and f-bomb laden) statements about his former bandmates. Video from that interview has now surfaced. He spoke about his conditional “rift” with former Down/Pantera bassist Rex Brown, claiming Brown is on a dangerous path with his alcohol addiction given the [...]

Geezer Butler, Rita Haney Among Honorees at Ronnie James Dio Gala

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 18:52:55 +0000

Black Sabbath bassist Geezer Butler and Dimebag Darrell's longtime love Rita Haney are among the honorees for the first annual Ronnie James Dio's Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund Awards Gala.

Phil Anselmo: Pantera Reunion Would Have Happened If Dimebag Was Still Alive

Spencer Kaufman — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 22:54:20 +0000

In a new video interview, singer Phil Anselmo says he thinks a Pantera reunion would have definitely happened if late guitarist "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott was still alive. Anselmo also calls out Dimebag's brother, drummer Vinnie Paul, insisting "that motherf---er is so f---ing terrified of me."

Dimebag Remembered on 'Headbangers Ball'

Spencer Kaufman — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 21:06:36 +0000

The late “Dimebag” Darrell Abbott is the focus of the most recent web-only episode of ‘Headbangers Ball.’ The show includes footage of this year’s Ride for Dime event in Dallas, which took place Aug. 20 on what would have been the guitarist’s 45th birthday. In the episode, host Jose Mangin talks to Curse Mackey of [...]

Dimebag Girlfriend Rita Haney Closer to Forgiving Phil Anselmo

Mary Ouellette — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 17:35:07 +0000

In a recent interview with RockMyMonkey TV, ‘Dimebag’ Darrell Abbott’s longtime girlfriend Rita Haney commented on her recent contact with former Pantera frontman Phil Anselmo and her openness to forgive him after the longstanding rift between Anselmo and the Abbott camp, primarily centered around the demise of Pantera.

10 Things You Didn't Know About 'Dimebag' Darrell Abbott

Mary Ouellette — Sat, 20 Aug 2011 14:52:36 +0000

Guitarist Darrell 'Dimebag' Abbott left a monstrous hole in the hearts of many when we lost him on Dec. 8, 2004. Gunned down while his band Damageplan performed at Alrosa Villa in Columbus, Ohio, he was taken from the world far too soon. We take a moment to remember his raw talent, his voracious love [...]

Disturbed + More Honor Dimebag With All-Star Jam of Pantera's 'Walk'

Mary Ouellette — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 22:26:45 +0000

When the 2011 Rockstar Mayhem Festival pulled into Dallas on Wednesday, Aug. 10, no one could guess the metal magic that would go down later that night. Disturbed broke out into a raucous rendition of the Pantera anthem ‘Walk,’ joined onstage by members of Godsmack, Trivium and All Shall Perish. They all performed in front [...]